Consultant in Learning Disabilities Psychiatry - Dundee

Job Title: Consultant in Learning Disabilities Psychiatry Grade: Consultant Location: Dundee, Scotland Working Hours: 24 hours per week Rate: Competitive, to be discussed upon application We are seeking a dedicated Consultant in Learning Disabilities Psychiatry to work part-time for our NHS client based in Dundee, Scotland. This locum opportunity is available for an immediate start. What will your responsibilities be? This role involves providing specialist psychiatric care within learning disabilities services, including inpatient units, community mental health teams (CMHT), and other community-based settings. You will be responsible for conducting assessments, formulating treatment plans, and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care. The postholder must be confident in managing complex cases and will be expected to participate in clinical meetings, documentation, and service development initiatives. Section 22 approval is essential for this role. Qualifications and Experience: • GMC registration (essential) • Experience in learning disabilities psychiatry across inpatient and community settings • Section 22 approval (essential) • Strong clinical leadership and communication skills • Commitment to delivering patient-centred care How to apply If you believe your experience aligns with this role, please apply today. Our specialist team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail. If you are already registered with Pulse and refer a friend to us, you could earn £300 per recommendation once they have completed over 200 hours of work*. Why work with Pulse? From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our initial conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are committed to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the ideal placement. Thanks to our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll gain access to exclusive roles not available elsewhere. We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to your needs. You are a professional—never just a resource. Reasonable Adjustments If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know at the earliest opportunity. We will ensure appropriate support is provided throughout the process and into your placement. We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of Practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.